inspections

The numbers are in and the outlook is good: The battle to stop new invasive species from mucking up Lake George’s pristine waters is being won. After the Cuomo administration was reluctantly dragged into it, an ambitious program to inspect all boats, canoes and even kayaks before they could be put into the lake debuted […]
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Our opinion: The failure of government to adequately ensure rail safety is exposed in several recent news reports, underscoring the concerns of people living near the tracks. Is it any wonder the ponderous freight trains laden with crude oil are the source of continuing concern for residents at the Ezra Prentice Homes in Albany, and […]
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Our opinion: Quick posting of restaurant inspections is good, useful government. Imagine walking into a restaurant you’ve never been to and being able to find out if the place is in compliance with the health code. Actually, you don’t have to wonder anymore, if you’re dining in Albany County. This past Sunday, a county law […]
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